4 days agoWorld LeaksComments Off on English Open 2024 Snooker: Full schedule, format, TV channel and live stream as Ronnie O’Sullivan and Judd Trump feature
THE English Open returns later this month with some of the biggest stars in snooker set to compete in Brentwood.
Judd Trump will compete as he looks to defend his crown after he beat Zhang Anda 9-7 in last year’s final.
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The World No1 goes into the tournament on the back of claiming the £500,000 jackpot at the Saudi Arabia Masters earlier this month.
Snooker icon Ronnie O’Sullivan will also compete in the fourth ranking event of the 2024/25 World Tour season as Rocket looks to claim his second English Open title.
A total of 128 players will be in action as this term’s Home Nations Series gets underway in Brentwood.
4 days agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Huge change to winter fuel payments as thousands will get £300 direct into bank accounts this winter – are you affected?
THOUSANDS of households will benefit from a huge change to winter fuel payments for the first time this year.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) revised the criteria for applying for the payment, worth up to £300.
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It comes after cuts made by Chancellor Rachel Reeves mean that 10million pensioners will no longer be eligible for benefit worth up to £300 this winter.
The £300 government handout was previously available to everyone aged above 66 and helped with high energy costs.
However, the cash is now only given to retirees on pension credit and several other means-tested benefits.
Most households automatically receive the winter fuel payment, including those on pension credit.
However, under the previous rules, those with a joint claim to Universal Credit where one member was over the state pension age had to apply to receive the funds.
This required these households to wait until a specific date in September before they could apply by post or via phone.
Households living abroad are also expected to apply for winter fuel payments.
But, the DWP has now updated its guidance and all households claiming the following benefits do not need to apply for this year’s winter fuel payment unless they live abroad:
Pension credit
Universal Credit
Income support
Income-based jobseeker’s allowance (JSA)
Income-related employment support allowance (ESA)
Child tax credit
Working tax credit
Only those living abroad and meeting certain conditions must apply for the cash this winter.
If you do not live in the UK, you’re only eligible for the winter fuel payment if:
You moved to an eligible country before January 1, 2021
You were born before September 23, 1958
You have a genuine and sufficient link to the UK – this can include having lived or worked in the UK and having family in the UK
You only need to claim winter fuel payment if you’ve not got it since you moved abroad.
The rest of the time, you’ll get the payment automatically.
To claim by post, you’ll need to fill in the winter fuel payment claim form.
This will be available at www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment/how-to-claim from September 30.
Households will also be able to claim by phone, and the DWP will release the helpline number online on October 28.
The deadline to claim for this winter is March 31, 2025.
THE Department for Work and Pensions has revised the criteria for applying for the winter fuel payment, which is worth up to £300.
While this update appears to be a positive development, it comes against a backdrop of cuts that will see 10million pensioners lose out.
Previously, the £300 government handout was a lifeline available to everyone aged 66 and above, offering much-needed relief from high energy costs.
However, Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent cuts have narrowed the eligibility to retirees on pension credit and other means-tested benefits.
The new application criteria aims to simplify the application process for most households, who will now receive the winter fuel payment automatically.
This includes those on Universal Credit, a welcome change that should alleviate some of the administrative burden.
Under the previous rules, households with a joint claim to Universal Credit, where one member was over the state pension age, had to endure a cumbersome process.
They were required to wait until a specific date in September to apply by post or phone.
These households will now receive their payments automatically and will not have to stress over filling out a long-winded application form.
HOW MUCH YOU’LL GET
Payments last year were worth between £300 and £600, depending on your specific circumstances.
This is because the amount included a “Pensioner Cost of Living Payment” – between £150 and £300.
However, this year, it will be worth £200 for eligible households or £300 for eligible households with someone aged over 80.
That means you could receive up to £300 in free cash depending on your circumstances.
Most payments are made automatically in November or December.
You’ll get a letter telling you:
How much you’ll get
Which bank account it will be paid into
If you do not get a letter or the money has not been paid into your account by January 29, 2025, you must contact the Winter Fuel Payment Centre on 0800 731 0160.
AVOID MISSING OUT
Over 800,000 households are eligible for pension credit but aren’t claiming the benefit.
This also means they risk missing out on this year’s winter fuel payment.
Pension Credit tops up your weekly income to £218.15 if you are single or to £332.95 if you have a partner.
This is known as “guarantee credit”.
If your income is lower than this, you’re very likely to be eligible for the benefit.
However, if your income is slightly higher, you might still be eligible for pension credit if you have a disability, you care for someone, you have savings or you have housing costs.
You could get an extra £81.50 a week if you have a disability or claim any of the following:
Attendance allowance
The middle or highest rate from the care component of disability living allowance (DLA)
The daily living component of personal independence payment (PIP)
Armed forces independence payment
The daily living component of adult disability payment (ADP) at the standard or enhanced rate.
You could get the “savings credit” part of pension credit if both of the following apply:
You reached State Pension age before April 6, 2016
You saved some money for retirement, for example, a personal or workplace pension
This part of pension credit is worth £17.01 for single people or £19.04 for couples.
It’s wise to put in an application as soon as possible, as the DWP can take up to two months to process new claims.
However, new claims for pension credit can be backdated by three months.
This means that the absolute deadline to claim the benefit and qualify for this year’s winter fuel payment is December 21.
If you fail to apply for the benefit before this date, you won’t qualify for this year’s £300 winter fuel payment.
How do I apply for pension credit?
YOU can start your application up to four months before you reach state pension age.
Applications for pension credit can be made on the government website or by ringing the pension credit claim line on 0800 99 1234.
You can get a friend or family member to ring for you, but you’ll need to be with them when they do.
You’ll need the following information about you and your partner if you have one:
National Insurance number
Information about any income, savings and investments you have
Information about your income, savings and investments on the date you want to backdate your application to (usually three months ago or the date you reached state pension age)
You can also check your eligibility online by visiting www.gov.uk/pension-credit first.
If you claim after you reach pension age, you can backdate your claim for up to three months.
4 days agoWorld LeaksComments Off on ‘King of Chester’ Franny Norton – the jockey who wanted to fight Ant and Dec – retires with nearly £20million winnings
‘KING OF CHESTER’ Franny Norton – the jockey who wanted to fight Ant and Dec – has announced his retirement aged 54.
A weighing room legend who’s spent 35 years in the saddle, Norton will have his final rides at Chester on Saturday.
Weighing room legend Franny Norton – the jockey who wanted to fight Ant and Dec – has announced his retirement aged 54PAHe remained in fantastic shape throughout his career – but said a lack of big rides contributed to his desire to hang up his whip
In a career that has seen him win almost £20million on the track and bag three Group races, he was best known for being unstoppable around the tight, twisting Roodee track he made his home.
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Norton won the Chester Cup on Making Miracles in 2019 and his two Group 2 wins on Sir Ron Priestley were among the highlights of his almost 2,000 career victories.
But the dust-up never happened because, the jockey said, ‘their management didn’t want it’.
That was probably a blessing in disguise, as Norton was eight-time stable lad boxing champ.
On his decision to retire, Norton said: “After an incredible journey spanning over 35 years, the time has come for me to hang up my boots and call it a day in horse racing.
“From the early days in the saddle to the many highs and lows that followed, this sport has given me memories I will treasure forever.
“I’ve been blessed to ride alongside some of the best jockeys, work with the finest trainers, and compete at the most iconic racecourses.
“Every moment has been a privilege.
“Racing has taught me resilience, passion, and humility, and I’m forever grateful for the incredible journey it has taken me on.
“I look forward to seeing you all at Chester for one last race. Let’s make it a day to remember.”
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4 days agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Future of My Mum, Your Dad revealed by ITV before new series kicks off
MY Mum, Your Dad reality show future revealed as second series airs tonight.
The ITV reality series follows a group of middle-aged parents as they head on a romance retreat.
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In the first series, the group had no idea that they were being watched by their children.
The second series kicks off tonight and will see both the parents and their offspring know how the show works.
But it’s still emotional from the off, and in episode one, a single dad shares how his marriage broke down when he cheated on his wife.
“He strayed and then fell in love with somebody, and then she strayed,” reveals Davina McCall.
“He felt that he was such a bad person that this was karma. But this guy is a great dad and a very nice guy. His child doesn’t blame him.
“His son loves his dad and understands that these things happen. But his dad was lonely. You’ll see how he blossoms in the retreat. It’s amazing.”
New features this year include a steamy Ghost-style pottery workshop and a snug where the midlifers can get to know each other better with a cut-off switch on the cameras.
ITV have confirmed the show will return for a third series as applications to take part have opened.
Meanwhile, Davina revealed she approves of a spin-off show where pensioners are looking for love called Your Nan and My Grandad.
She said: “I called up the company [ITV] immediately and said ‘guys you do know that this is a great idea.'”
“I am not joking. I am manifesting it. I’m going to make this happen.”
Davina also teased there will be “unexpected” drama in the new series.
She said there’s “twists and turns all the way” and is full of “heartwarming and heart crushing” moments that will leave viewers shouting at their telly screens.
The 56-year-old previously admitted that she is expecting more marriages to blossom this series.
My Mum, Your Dad series two cast
Christian: “I think the biggest thing they’ll learn is that I put on a shield of jovial and lightheartedness but underneath I’m sensitive. I don’t let people see that usually.”
David: “I’m looking for a strong, independent woman. I need somebody whereby we feed off of each other, who matches the qualities that I’ve got!”
Maria: “There’s no time pressure now and you get to that age where you think why would I want to put up with somebody that gets on my nerves? I don’t have to!”
Andy: “Ideally, I’m looking for someone who will engage with me mentally, appeals to me physically and is there for me emotionally!”
Clare: “My love language is physical touch so someone that’s cuddly and tactile that makes me laugh and who’s a warm and kind person.”
Vicky: “I’ve been having no luck in trying to find someone myself. If there’s a room of people, I always tend to go for the one person I shouldn’t!”
Jenny: “I have exhausted everything, if I couldn’t have got onto My Mum, Your Dad, there was literally nothing left.”
Danny: “I’m hoping to meet someone that likes me. I don’t have to tick boxes. I’m just looking for someone who likes me back.”
Last year’s show winners Roger and Janey are still together with Davina admitting she is hoping for wedding bells.
“I’ve got a squillion hats on standby!” she laughs. “I would be offended if they didn’t invite me.”
My Mum, Your Dad starts Monday 16th September at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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4 days agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Huw Edwards STILL wearing wedding ring after split from wife as he arrives at court for sentencing over child sex pics
HUW Edwards is still wearing his wedding ring following his split from wife Vicky Flind.
The presenter was seen with the band on as he arrived at court today for sentencing over receiving child sex images.
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THE mum of a teen sent vile messages by Huw Edwards has hit out at the disgraced BBC host in an open letter.
She tells him he caused “immense pain and suffering” to her and her son in the pursuit of his “sick pleasure”.
Edwards, 62, is due to be sentenced today over indecent images of children as young as seven found on his mobile phone.
Seven of the 41 he admitted to receiving were in Category A — the most serious classification.
The mother of the young man who Edwards paid tens of thousands of pounds to in return for sexually explicit pictures says the former news anchor should be locked up.
She writes: “Edwards has exploited very young children for his own sick ends and in my mind should go to prison.
“It breaks my heart as a mother to know that the man who groomed and controlled my son also shared the worst kind of child abuse picture.
“No paedophile who enjoys pictures of young kids should be free on the street.”
Edwards is facing a possible jail sentence when he appears in court today and could spend the rest of his life on the sex offenders register.
The anguished mum of Huw Edwards’ young victim has told the shamed BBC star: “All we cared about was stopping you.”
She poured her heart out in an open letter after she exposed the shamed News at Ten presenter for sending her teenage son tens of thousands of pounds in return for sexually explicit pictures.
